Lasioglossum michiganense

(Mitchell, 1960)

Michigan sweat bee

Lasioglossum michiganense is a of sweat in the , first described by Mitchell in 1960. Like other members of the Lasioglossum, it is a small bee that may be attracted to human perspiration for the salts and minerals it contains. The species is part of the largest genus of bees, which includes over 1,700 species globally. Specific ecological details for this species remain limited in published literature.

Lasioglossum michiganense, F, Back, NY, Queens 2014-04-22-14.38.00 ZS PMax by Sam Droege. Used under a Public domain license.Lasioglossum michiganense, F, Side, NY, Queens 2014-04-22-14.59.53 ZS PMax by Sam Droege. Used under a Public domain license.Lasioglossum michiganense, F, Face, NY, Queens 2014-04-22-14.45.01 ZS PMax by Sam Droege. Used under a Public domain license.

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How to pronounce Lasioglossum michiganense: //ˌlæsiəˈɡlɒsəm ˌmɪʃɪˈɡænɛns//

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Distribution

North America; specifically recorded from Vermont, United States. The name suggests a connection to Michigan, though precise range boundaries remain undocumented in available sources.

Similar Taxa

  • Lasioglossum (subgenus Dialictus)L. michiganense belongs to this subgenus; other Dialictus are extremely similar in size and general , often requiring microscopic examination for definitive identification. The subgenus contains many small, dark-colored sweat that are frequently captured in bowl traps and difficult to distinguish without taxonomic expertise.

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